Learn the essential knowledge, skills, and mindset required to safely and confidently carry a concealed pistol for personal defense. 💪
This NRA Instructor-Led CCW Course is designed for all individuals — from beginners to experienced shooters — and provides direct, hands-on instruction from an NRA Certified Instructor in both classroom and live-fire settings.
📚 Course Format
Conducted in a traditional classroom and shooting range environment
Offered as a single-day or two-day session with smaller instructional blocks
Blends practical training with defensive mindset development
🎯 Topics Covered
Firearm Safety
Pistol Nomenclature & Selection for Self-Defense
Basic Defensive Pistol Skills
Drawing from Concealment
Loading & Stoppage Remediation
Situational Awareness & Mindset
Carry Modes & Pistol Concealment
🕒 Course Duration & Certification
Length and content tailored to meet your state’s CCW permit requirements
Includes live-fire qualification and a nationally standardized shooting assessment
Participants receive an NRA reference book, complete the NRA CCW Student Examination, and earn a certificate signed by the NRA Secretary and your Instructor — valid for use when applying for a concealed carry permit in most states
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The Basics of Pistol Shooting course is designed for all individuals — whether you're a first-time shooter or have prior experience. This instructor-led program provides hands-on guidance from a certified NRA instructor from start to finish.
You’ll gain essential skills and knowledge in:
✅ Firearm safety rules & range protocols
🔒 Safe gun handling and manipulation
⚙️ Proper operation of semi-automatic pistols
💥 Understanding and clearing malfunctions
🎯 Shooting fundamentals and marksmanship
🧩 Ammunition types, selection, and storage
🛠️ Pistol inspection, cleaning, and maintenance
🎒 Choosing the right pistol for your needs
Live-fire training and a nationally standardized shooting qualification
Official NRA Guide: Basics of Pistol Shooting handbook
Student examination to confirm understanding
Certificate of completion signed by both your NRA Certified Instructor and the NRA Secretary
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This 8-hour course equips law-abiding adults with the knowledge, skills, and mindset needed for the safe and effective use of a handgun for self and family protection. It also provides essential guidance on an individual’s right to self-defense under the law.
This course is open to law-abiding adult citizens and experienced shooters who can demonstrate:
Safe gun-handling skills
Ability to shoot consistent groups and zero a firearm
Knowledge of cleaning and maintaining a firearm
Participants may show eligibility by presenting one of the following:
NRA Basic Pistol Course Certificate
NRA FIRST Steps Course Certificate
NRA Pistol Competitive Qualification Card
Military DD-214 with pistol qualification
Passing the Pre-Course Assessment administered by an NRA Certified Instructor
8 hours of comprehensive instruction
Approximately 200 rounds fired on the range
Training in defensive shooting skills and home defense strategies
Understanding firearms laws and legal responsibilities
Guidance on selecting a handgun for self-defense
Tips for continued skill development
Each student receives:
NRA Guide to the Basics of Personal Protection in the Home handbook
NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure
Official Course Completion Certificate
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Duration: 8 Hours (1 Day or Split Over 2 Evenings)
Prerequisite: Completion of the NRA CCW course, another Arizona CCW-certified course, or demonstrated intermediate pistol proficiency
Note: This is NOT an NRA course
This advanced-level training equips responsible gun owners with the knowledge, skills, and mindset needed for safe, effective, and lawful everyday concealed carry. Participants will refine their defensive handgun techniques, strengthen decision-making under stress, and gain confidence in real-world carry scenarios.
Participants will learn to:
✅ Safely draw, handle, and holster from concealment
⚖️ Understand critical legal considerations and use-of-force laws
🧥 Select and manage effective EDC gear and concealment options
🔥 Execute defensive shooting drills with accuracy under stress
🕵️ Build a daily carry mindset grounded in awareness and responsibility
(This is NOT an NRA course)
Sharpen your defensive shooting mindset, knowledge, and skills to confidently carry and effectively use a concealed pistol for personal protection. This hands-on course is designed to build real-world proficiency and strengthen the defensive mindset needed to respond under stress.
This course is open to law-abiding adult citizens (18+) who are experienced shooters and can confidently demonstrate:
✅ Safe firearm handling practices
✅ Proper loading and unloading techniques
✅ Ability to consistently shoot accurate groups
✅ Basic firearm maintenance and cleaning skills
🕶️ Principles of Concealment: Choosing and effectively utilizing concealment methods
🧱 Cover vs. Concealment: Understanding the difference and when to use each
🤲 Drawing from Holster & Concealment: Developing speed, control, and safety from your carry position
🧠 Mental Awareness: Maintaining situational alertness and decision-making under pressure
💪 Defensive Mindset: Managing fear, stress, and judgment when using a firearm for self-defense
⚙️ Clearing Malfunctions: Handling immediate action stoppages and reloading efficiently
🎯 Defensive Accuracy: Engaging targets with precision under realistic conditions
...and much more focused on building skill, confidence, and discipline
Training time will vary based on participant experience and demonstrated skill level.
Take your defensive shooting to the next level.
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Note: This is not an NRA course.
Learn safe, practical rifle handling and marksmanship fundamentals in a hands-on, instructor-led session. This 5-hour class combines classroom instruction with live range time so you walk away confident, competent, and safer with a rifle.
📚 What you’ll learn
✅ Safe rifle handling, storage, and range etiquette
✅ Rifle parts & basic operation (bolt, semi-auto systems, safeties)
✅ Ammunition basics and safe ammunition handling
✅ Shooting fundamentals: sight alignment, trigger control, breath control
✅ Shooting from the bench rest and from standing positions
✅ Range drills to build accuracy and consistency
🕒 Format & logistics
Duration: 5 hours (classroom + range)
Small group instruction for personalized coaching
All range time supervised by certified instructors
🎯 Who this is for
New shooters wanting a safe, practical introduction
Experienced shooters refreshing fundamentals or improving accuracy
🧰 What to bring
Eye and ear protection (recommended)
Rifle and ammunition (if you have them) — otherwise, inquire about rental options
Closed-toe shoes and weather-appropriate clothing
🔒 Safety first
Our top priority is safety. Expect thorough safety briefings, hands-on demonstrations, and step-by-step coaching throughout the course.
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Blessed be the Lord, my rock, who trains my hands for war, and my fingers for battle. - Psalms 144:1
